26 h. ago 98 persons join 3,590 prisoners on death row list in six months, NCoS acting CG reveals

…Seeks strategic collaboration with police, DSS, EFCC The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) on Wednesday revealed that the number of prisoners read more 98 persons join 3,590 prisoners on death row list in six months, NCoS acting CG reveals

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28 h. ago “98 More Prisoners Sentenced To Death In Last Six Months” – NCoS

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has reported a concerning 2.73% increase in prisoners on death row, rising from 3,590 in September 2024 to 3,688 in March 2025. This surge adds up to 98 more prisoners facing the death penalty within a six-month period. The NCoS Acting Comptroller-General revealed this information on Wednesday, highlighting the growing […] The post “98 More Prisoners Sentenced To Death In Last Six Months” – NCoS appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Prisoners on death row rose by 98 in six months – NCoS Acting CG

The Nigerian Correctional Service, on Wednesday, said that the number of prisoners on death row had risen from 3,590 in September 2024 to 3,688 in March 2025. This represents a 2.73 per cent increase or addition of 98 prisoners within six months. The Acting Controller-General of NCoS, Mr Sylvester Nwakuche, gave the figure when he Read More

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39 h. ago Zamfara govt, Chinese firms partner to boost security, agriculture, other sectors

Tribune Online Zamfara govt, Chinese firms partner to boost security, agriculture, other sectors According to the Governor, “Mr. Tang Zhangwei led a group of companies to Zamfara State to foster bilateral collaboration in critical sectors to drive economic growth. Zamfara govt, Chinese firms partner to boost security, agriculture, other sectors Tribune Online

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49 h. ago Firms partner to rollout mobile services to the Nigerian market

To deliver 3G, 4G, and 5G connectivity to its Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNO) customers, Systegra Technologies Limited, a subsidiary read more Firms partner to rollout mobile services to the Nigerian market

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68 h. ago Panel begins probe into alleged corruption in correctional service

An independent panel set up to investigate allegations of corruption and other misconduct against top officials of the Nigerian Correctional Service has officially started its work. The panel’s secretary, Uju Agomoh, who led the session on Tuesday in Abuja, stated that many of the cases under review involve senior officers overseeing custodial centres across the Read More

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3 d. ago Catholic Bishops Tell Tinubu To Implement Correctional Service Bill

The Catholic Bishops under the umbrella of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) have called on President Bola Tinubu to fully implement the Nigerian Correctional Services Bill, which was signed by former President Muhammadu Buhari on August 14, 2019. CBCN President, Most Rev. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji made this appeal in Abuja at the opening […]

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8 d. ago Minister recommends psychological evaluation for prison workers

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has called for psychological evaluations for officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service. The minister stated that correctional officers are critical to the nation’s criminal justice system and the broader society, adding that the service should go beyond mere incarceration and focus on rehabilitation, restoration, and reformation of inmates. Speaking Read More

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8 d. ago South African police arrest Nigerian man for smuggling cocaine

The South African Police Service arrested a 55-year-old Nigerian man on suspicion of drug trafficking shortly after he arrived at OR Tambo International Airport from São Paulo, Brazil. SAPS spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Amanda Van Wyk, confirmed in a statement released on Tuesday that the suspect was taken into custody after authorities discovered he had allegedly Read More

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9 d. ago EMOSIM partners with Tata Communications Services to offer first travel eSIM in Nigeria

Barcelona, 4 March 2025 – EMOSIM, a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) backed by EMO MEDIA Ltd,  announced today that it has entered into a partnership with TATA Communications Services (“Tata Communciations”) to provide telecommunications and connectivity services to the Nigerian market. As part of its entry into Nigeria, EMOSIM will roll out its first Read More

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9 d. ago Again, Court Remands Jude Okoye In Prison Over Alleged Theft Of $1m, £34,000

There seems to be no reprieve yet for Jude Okoye, the former manager of the defunct popular hip-hop group P-Square, as Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos State Special Offences Court on Tuesday remanded him in the custody of the Nigerian Correctional Services (NCoS). Jude, the older brother of music artists Peter Okoye and Paul […]

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1 week ago A Journey in Service: Warts and all, Babangida enriches Nigerian history

For several years, I wondered whether General Ibrahim Babangida would go to his grave without writing his memoir. He played read more A Journey in Service: Warts and all, Babangida enriches Nigerian history

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1 week ago Customs intercepts 1, 043 bags of rice, 452 tyres, PMS, others in Oyo, Osun

By Oluseye Ojo The Nigerian Customs Service, Oyo/Osun Area Command, has intercepted 1, 043 bags of foreign parboiled rice, 452 pieces of used tyres, two bales of used clothes and 233 kegs of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) in Oyo and Osun States. The Area Controller for the command, Joseph Olugbuyi Adelaja, .made the disclosure on […] The post Customs intercepts 1, 043 bags of rice, 452 tyres, PMS, others in Oyo, Osun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago VFS Global introduces Japan visa services for Nigerian residents

VFS Global, in association with the Embassy of Japan in Abuja, Nigeria, will open the Japan Visa Application Centres in read more VFS Global introduces Japan visa services for Nigerian residents

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2 w. ago Governors’ refusal to sign death warrants draining NCoS resources – Official

The refusal of state governors to sign death warrants for inmates on death row is placing a significant strain on the resources of the Nigerian Correctional Service, The PUNCH has gathered. Despite repeated calls from government officials, the number of condemned inmates continues to grow, exacerbating the challenges of overcrowding in correctional facilities. In December, Read More

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2 w. ago Obasa Apologises To DSS, Police Over Lagos Assembly Incident

Mudashiru Obasa, former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has tendered an apology to the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigerian Police Force for the assault on their operatives at the Assembly complex on February 17. In a statement on Thursday, Obasa described the incident as “highly regrettable” and apologized for […] The post Obasa Apologises To DSS, Police Over Lagos Assembly Incident appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Obasa apologises for assault on DSS operatives at Lagos assembly

Former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has apologised to the Department of State Services and the Nigerian Police Force for the attack on their officers at the Assembly on February 17. Obasa issued the apology in a statement made available to journalists on Thursday. He described the assault as unfortunate. Read More

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2 w. ago NERC introduces customer bill of rights, obligations to enhance consumer protection

Tribune Online NERC introduces customer bill of rights, obligations to enhance consumer protection The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has introduced the Customer Bill of Rights and Obligations to strengthen consumer protection and ensure fair service delivery within the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). NERC introduces customer bill of rights, obligations to enhance consumer protection Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Two firms partner to provide aircraft maintenance solutions in Lagos

International aircraft engine, avionics, and aviation product manufacturer Honeywell Aerospace has partnered with ExecuJet Nigeria Free Trade Enterprises, a Fixed-Base Operator and Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul facility in Lagos, for avionics and engine installations on aircraft. On Thursday, both companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking their first business collaboration in the aviation sector. Read More

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2 w. ago FG promises partnership with Agbeyewa farms to boost food security

Tribune Online FG promises partnership with Agbeyewa farms to boost food security The federal government has expressed readiness to partner with the leading agriculture firm, Agbeyewa Farms, towards boosting food security and economic development in the country. FG promises partnership with Agbeyewa farms to boost food security Tribune Online

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